Flights to Panama City Tocumen International

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Frequently asked questions

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct to Panama City Tocumen International. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 21,271.
The cheapest month to fly to Panama City Tocumen International is usually May.
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No airlines currently offer direct flights between South Africa and Panama. Most routes have one or more stops.
The best price we found for a return flight to Panama City Tocumen International is R 21,271. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Panama City Tocumen International Airport is Monday, 19 May 2025.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Panama City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Panama City Tocumen International.

Flying to Panama City Tocumen International

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 11,001
Cheapest month to flyMay

How to find cheap flights to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • At the moment, R 11,001 is the cheapest price for a one-way flight to Tocumen International Airport. Or you can book a return plane ticket to PTY for R 21,271.

  • Book when the time is right with Price Alerts. You'll get an email or a notification on the app if the price of tickets to PTY goes up or down.

  • It's typically recommended to book around six months before you plan to depart. That's when you're likely to get the best prices for tickets to Panama City, where Tocumen International Airport is located.

  • Broaden your search for cheap flights to Panama City by selecting the 'Add nearby airports' box. This lets you view fares for all the nearest airports at your destination and departure points and could help you save.

  • If there's no rush to travel to Panama City, consider making a pit stop along the way. You might find cheaper plane tickets to Tocumen International Airport by booking a flight with a stop or two.

Best time to go to Panama City

  • The cheapest month to board a flight to Panama City is typically May.

  • Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool if you have flexible travel dates. See fares for the entire month and find a flight to PTY that fits your budget and itinerary.

  • If you'd love to experience Panama City at its liveliest, lock in your flights to PTY for June. Taking a trip during peak periods generally means more to do and see than at other times of the year.

  • The quietest time of the year to go is February. Lock in your plane tickets to Panama City then and take in the top attractions at a more relaxed pace.

  • The weather can make or break your trip, so consider what type of conditions you want to get away in. Panama City is warmest in March, with averages of between 21ºC and 32ºC.

  • Temperatures are at their lowest in February, when they range from 22ºC to 31ºC.

Travelling to Tocumen International Airport (PTY): what you need to know

Getting to central Panama City from Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • Central Panama City is about 21 kilometres from PTY.

  • If you're driving a car hire or taking a cab after your flight to PTY, it'll take around 20 minutes to reach the centre.

  • The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • When in Panama City, find a stay that matches your adventure. Here's a roundup of comfortable hotels to add to your short list:

Panama City highlights

Panama Canal Museum

  • Around 3 kilometres south-west of the centre, this top sight deserves to be on your itinerary. Begin your adventure here after your flight to Tocumen International Airport.

Casco Viejo

  • Another sight you can't miss, this attraction is roughly 3 kilometres south-west of central Panama City.

Cinta Costera

  • Cinta Costera will easily be one of the big highlights of your trip. From the heart of the city, it's located around 3 kilometres to the south.

Complete your trip with a Panama City car hire

  • Pick one of our car rentals in Panama City and take in the sights at your leisure. Easily compare rates in one place to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flight to Tocumen International Airport.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.